What Are You Working Towards?

Chris Brodhead
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Chris Brodhead interviews founders, marketing directors, filmmakers, and other fascinating people about the goals that drive them to create. Each episode ends with one big question: What are you working towards? The answers are surprising, inspiring, and often deeply human. The goal of the show is to help listeners live lives closer to their dreams—more money, more joy, less work they hate. Previously the title of this show was The Ultra High Net Worth Clients podcast.

  1. 11H AGO

    #188 Why Housing Is Broken and How Wunderflats Is Fixing It with Jan Hase, Co-Founder of Wunderflats

    Download our “Tell a Better Story, Win Better Clients” E-book at https://working-towards.com/What if finding a home in a new country was as easy as booking a hotel? Jan Hase, Co-Founder and CEO of Wunderflats (https://wunderflats.com/en), joins me to share how his company is transforming the future of mid-term housing by removing the stress, friction, and uncertainty that expats, professionals, and even refugees face when relocating.With a background in computer science and a decade building Wunderflats from the ground up, Jan reveals what it takes to build a trusted real estate marketplace that works across borders, supports both landlords and tenants, and scales without losing the human touch. We also explore his unique co-founder relationship, mission-driven leadership, and the emotional realities of growing a startup that helps people feel at home anywhere in the world.📌 Topics Covered:• Why the traditional housing system fails global citizens — and how Wunderflats fills the gap• How Jan scaled Wunderflats across Germany, France, Austria, and Belgium• Building trust through technology and real human connection• Lessons from 10+ years of startup growth, pivots, and global expansion💡 Learn more about Jan and Wunderflats:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janhaseWebsite: https://wunderflats.com/en🔗 Follow “What Are You Working Towards?” & Host Chris BrodheadWebsite: https://www.working-towards.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Guqegm2CVqkcEfMSLPEDriTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/what-are-you-working-towards-with-chris-brodhead/id1569041400YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@workingtowardsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/working_towardsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@working_towards⸻⚠️ DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed on the “What Are You Working Towards?” podcast are those of the hosts, guests, and participants and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

    22 min

  2. 1D AGO

    #189 Renewable Energy Is the ONLY Realistic Way to Power the AI Revolution | Josh Levine, EnergySage

    Download our “Tell a Better Story, Win Better Clients” E-book at https://working-towards.com/Artificial intelligence is exploding — but can our power grid keep up?Josh Levine, Chief Marketing Officer at EnergySage, explains why renewable energy is the only realistic path forward to sustain the AI revolution.Josh’s 20-year career spans the U.S. Army, Harvard Business School, Google, and Procter & Gamble. Today, he’s leading EnergySage’s mission to make clean energy simple, affordable, and accessible for everyone.💡 In this conversation, you’ll learn: • Why renewables like solar and wind are the only scalable solution for rising global energy demand • How the clean energy transition benefits both the environment and consumers’ wallets • What it takes to build a mission-driven marketing organization • How EnergySage empowers homeowners to gain energy independence and resilience🌎 Explore More:🔹 Website – https://www.energysage.com/🔹 YouTube Series “Plugged In” – https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=EnergySage+Plugged+In🔹 Connect with Josh Levine – https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshzlevine/🔗 Follow “What Are You Working Towards?” & Host Chris BrodheadWebsite: https://www.working-towards.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Guqegm2CVqkcEfMSLPEDriTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/what-are-you-working-towards-with-chris-brodhead/id1569041400YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@workingtowardsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/working_towardsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@working_towards⸻⚠️ DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed on the “What Are You Working Towards?” podcast are those of the hosts, guests, and participants and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent…

    25 min

  3. 1D AGO

    #191 How Dane Chapin Turned Board Games Into a Global Phenomenon

    Download our “Tell a Better Story, Win Better Clients” E-book at https://working-towards.com/ Dane Chapin shares the incredible story behind building The Op Games into a powerhouse of fun, connection, and creativity. From humble beginnings creating city-specific Monopoly editions with his sisters, to partnering with Disney, Warner Bros., The Beatles, NFL, NBA, and Game of Thrones, Dane reveals how he turned board games into a global business built on joy, laughter, and human connection. He also opens up about the challenges and lessons from his other ventures — including Bindle Bottle, Zephyr Partners, and Made Here Brands (co-founded with actor Scott Eastwood). Dane’s insights into entrepreneurship, resilience, and innovation make this one of the most inspiring founder stories you’ll hear all year. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How Dane turned Monopoly into a massive licensing opportunity • The secrets behind creating best-selling games like Telestrations, Blank Slate, and Tap • Why physical connection matters more than ever in a digital world • Lessons from failing forward and bouncing back stronger • What’s next for The Op and the future of family entertainment Connect with Dane Chapin: 🌐 Website: https://theop.games/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dane-chapin-8b76399/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theopgames Mentioned in this episode: • Bindle Bottle (Former company — patent still owned) • Made Here Brands (Founded with Scott Eastwood) • Zephyr Partners • Zahn Innovation Program at San Diego State University 🔗 Follow “What Are You Working Towards?” & Host Chris Brodhead Website: https://www.working-towards.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Guqegm2CVqkcEfMSLPEDr iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/what-are-you-working-towards-with-chris-brodhead/id1569041400 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@workingtowards Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/working_towards TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@working_towards ⸻ ⚠️ Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed on the “What Are You Working Towards?” podcast are those of the hosts, guests, and participants and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent…

    24 min

  4. NOV 3

    #187 $30M Construction CEO Says No to 50% of Prospects

    Download our “Tell a Better Story, Win Better Clients” E-book at https://working-towards.com/ Adam Beamish isn’t chasing every lead — he’s intentionally turning down over 50% of inbound prospects. Why? Because saying no is how he scaled his family business, Mark Beamish Waterproofing, to $30M+ in revenue while preserving quality, culture, and profitability. In this episode, Adam breaks down: • How he transformed a garage-based business into a 150+ person powerhouse • The strategy behind shrinking from 2,000 jobs/year to just 700 — and making more money • Why most subcontractors are overwhelmed by bad fits (and how to stop) • The origin of SubSmart, his fast-growing SaaS built to streamline subcontractor chaos • What it really means to lead with integrity in construction and software If you’re a founder, operator, or builder of any kind — this conversation will challenge how you think about scale, culture, and saying no. 👉 Learn more: MBW: https://markbeamish.com/ SubSmart: https://www.getsubsmart.com/ Adam’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-beamish-6a2a6423/ 🔗 Follow “What Are You Working Towards?” & Host Chris Brodhead Website: https://www.working-towards.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Guqegm2CVqkcEfMSLPEDr iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/what-are-you-working-towards-with-chris-brodhead/id1569041400 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@workingtowards Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/working_towards TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@working_towards ⸻ ⚠️ Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed on the “What Are You Working Towards?” podcast are those of the hosts, guests, and participants and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent…

    25 min

  5. OCT 30

    #186 From Space Needle to Amusement Parks — The Motion Control Tech Powering the World

    Download our “Tell a Better Story, Win Better Clients” E-book at https://working-towards.com/Craig Pellin is the VP of Sales & Marketing at Nexen Group, a global leader in precision motion control systems used across aerospace, semiconductor, amusement, medical, automation and even bourbon barrel manufacturing.In this episode Craig breaks down: • How AI, automation & mechatronics are rapidly changing manufacturing • The surprising industries powered by Nexen: Space Needle, MRI machines, amusement parks, whiskey distilleries, global bottling lines • Why zero-backlash precision is becoming mission-critical for the future • How Nexen built a global rep network and deal flow engine without relying on outbound • The REAL future of AI inside mid-market manufacturing orgs⸻🔗 Links MentionedNexen Group — https://www.nexengroup.com/Craig on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-pellin-7494b16/Craig’s personal build & hobby page (woodworking / restoration) — https://hobbychaser.wordpress.com/⸻If you’re a manufacturing leader exploring automation or AI integration — this one is a must-watch.🔗 Follow “What Are You Working Towards?” & Host Chris BrodheadWebsite: https://www.working-towards.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Guqegm2CVqkcEfMSLPEDriTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/what-are-you-working-towards-with-chris-brodhead/id1569041400YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@workingtowardsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/working_towardsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@working_towards⸻⚠️ DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed on the “What Are You Working Towards?” podcast are those of the hosts, guests, and participants and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent…

    23 min

  6. OCT 27

    #185 How to Rank in Ai Search Results - Explained by 25-Year SEO Veteran Adrian Newman

    Download our “Tell a Better Story, Win Better Clients” E-book at https://working-towards.com/ Adrian Newman is the Founder and President of Numero Uno Web Solutions, one of Canada’s leading SEO and digital marketing agencies. With over 25 years in performance marketing, Adrian has helped hundreds of small and mid-sized businesses grow through SEO, AI-driven content, and multi-channel strategies that actually drive revenue. In this interview, we talk about: • How search is changing with AI and AEO • What still works right now in digital marketing • Lessons learned from 25 years of running successful campaigns • How he finds and closes high-value clients • What he’s working towards next in life and business Follow Adrian: https://www.numerounoweb.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriannewman/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@numerounoweb 🔗 Follow “What Are You Working Towards?” & Host Chris Brodhead Website: https://www.working-towards.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Guqegm2CVqkcEfMSLPEDr iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/what-are-you-working-towards-with-chris-brodhead/id1569041400 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@workingtowards Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/working_towards TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@working_towards

    21 min

  7. OCT 24

    #184 Selling Fun is About Sharing the Joy with Every Experience with Dr. Jay Luis Aguilar

    Download our “Tell a Better Story, Win Better Clients” E-book at https://working-towards.com/ Dr. Jay Luis Aguilar is the Global VP of Business Development at Chance Rides (https://www.chancerides.com/) — the legendary U.S. manufacturer behind rollercoasters, carousels, observation wheels, trains and immersive rides found in Six Flags, Universal, SeaWorld, Area15 Las Vegas and more. In this episode, Jay shares: • How he turned his childhood dream of designing amusement rides into reality • The surprising way theme parks, zoos & cities actually BUY rides • The creative process behind post-apocalyptic carousels & live Minion rides • The future of ride design • His personal obsession with Ironman triathlons & intentional living If you’ve ever wondered how the rides you love are actually created, funded, sold, and brought to life — this is an INSANE behind-the-scenes look you won’t find anywhere else. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayluisaguilar/ Website: https://www.chancerides.com/ 🔗 Follow “What Are You Working Towards?” & Host Chris Brodhead Website: https://www.working-towards.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Guqegm2CVqkcEfMSLPEDr iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/what-are-you-working-towards-with-chris-brodhead/id1569041400 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@workingtowards Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/working_towards TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@working_towards

    23 min

  8. OCT 21

    #183 Feeding the Planet with Zero Pesticides — Conner Tidd, Co-Founder & CEO, JustVertical.com

    Download our “Tell a Better Story, Win Better Clients” E-book at https://working-towards.com/ What do tacos, sustainability, and the future of food all have in common? For Conner Tidd, it started with a single bunch of cilantro and became a mission to reshape how the world grows and accesses fresh produce. Conner shares the origin story of Just Vertical, a company building scalable vertical farms from condos to campuses and beyond. We explore how a university prototype led to a $30K check, why post-COVID supply chains opened doors for commercial expansion, and how Just Vertical is deploying farms as far as Moldova and Alaska to improve food security. We also dive into: • Why vertical farming isn’t a silver bullet—but is a powerful tool • How growing food closer to home reduces waste and boosts resilience • The surprising impact of clean-room farming on pesticides and fertilizers • How Conner and his team are telling powerful stories on a shoestring budget Whether you’re a tech-driven sustainability advocate or just someone tired of wilted herbs in your fridge, this episode will inspire you to think differently about where your food comes from—and what’s possible when mission meets innovation. 👉 Learn more at https://justvertical.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connertidd 🔗 Follow “What Are You Working Towards?” & Host Chris Brodhead Website: https://www.working-towards.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Guqegm2CVqkcEfMSLPEDr iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/what-are-you-working-towards-with-chris-brodhead/id1569041400 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@workingtowards Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/working_towards TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@working_towards ⸻ ⚠️ Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed on the “What Are You Working Towards?” podcast are those of the hosts, guests, and participants and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent…

    22 min
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Chris Brodhead interviews founders, marketing directors, filmmakers, and other fascinating people about the goals that drive them to create. Each episode ends with one big question: What are you working towards? The answers are surprising, inspiring, and often deeply human. The goal of the show is to help listeners live lives closer to their dreams—more money, more joy, less work they hate. Previously the title of this show was The Ultra High Net Worth Clients podcast.

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